Vintage BÄREN Battery Service Enamel Advertising Sign Enamel Plaque. The description of this item has been automatically translated. Vintage Bear Enamel Advertising Sign – 40 × 50 cm. Vintage-inspired bear enamel advertising sign with a classic bear logo and the words “Customer Service”. This design was originally used in battery service workshops, garages and automotive service centers in Germany in the 1940s-1950s. The bold blue and yellow color scheme along with the mid-century industrial design gives the sign a classic garage and automobilia character. Please note that this sign is probably not an original example from the 1950s. Due to the workmanship, surface structure and signs of aging, this is most likely an older reproduction from the 1980s-1990s. The exact date of manufacture is unknown. Compared to many commonly reproduced enamel signs, bear models are rarely found on the market. This makes this piece a special and decorative collector’s item for vintage advertising, automobilia and industrial design. Type: Enamel Advertising Sign. Material: Enamel on steel. Visible rust spots and enamel chips around mounting holes and edges. Age-related wear, scratches, stains and oxidation are present on the front and back, particularly on the back. Please view all photos carefully for accurate condition assessment. All information is provided to the best of our knowledge and is based on our research. A binding guarantee regarding exact dating or historical originality is not given. Vintage Bears Enamel Advertising Sign – 40 × 50 cm. A vintage-style bear enamel advertising sign featuring the classic bear logo and “customer service” lettering. This design was originally used for battery service stations, garages, and automotive customer service locations during the 1940s-1950s in Germany/Austria. The bold blue and yellow color combination together with the industrial mid-century design gives the piece a strong classic garage aesthetic. Please note that this specific sign is not believed to be an original 1950s production piece. Based on its construction, finish, and aging characteristics, it appears to be an older vintage reproduction likely produced during the 1980s-1990s. The exact production date remains unknown. Unlike many commonly reproduced enamel signs, bear examples are relatively uncommon on the market, and similar pieces are rarely seen. Because of this, it remains a distinctive and highly decorative collectible item for vintage advertising, automobile, and industrial design collectors. Material: Porcelain enamel on steel. Size: 40 × 50cm. Country/Style: Germany / Austria style. Visible rust and enamel wear around the mounting holes and edges. Surface marks, scratches, age-related wear, and oxidation are present throughout the sign, especially on the reverse side. Please examine all photos carefully for exact condition details. All information is provided to the best of our knowledge and research. No formal guarantee is given regarding exact dating or historical originality. Because of this, it remains a distinctive and highly decorative collectible item for vintage advertising, automo.